Getting GPS signal

When you activate GPS for the first time, or have not used it for a long time, it might take longer than usual to get a GPS fix. Subsequent GPS starts will take less time.

TIP:

To minimize GPS initiation time, hold the watch steady with GPS facing up and make sure you are in an open area so that the watch has a clear view of the sky.

Troubleshooting: No GPS signal

For an optimal signal, point the GPS part of the watch upwards. The best signal can be received in an open area with a clear view of the sky.

The GPS receiver usually works well inside tents and other thin covers. However, objects, buildings, dense vegetation or cloudy weather can reduce the GPS signal reception quality.

GPS signal does not penetrate any solid constructions or water. Therefore do not try to activate GPS for example inside buildings, caves, or under water.

GPS grids and position formats

Grids are lines on a map that define the coordinate system used on the map.

Position format is the way the GPS receiver's position is displayed on the watch. All the formats relate to the same location, they only express it in a different way. You can change the position format in the watch settings under General / Format / Position format.

You can select the format from the following grids:

latitude/longitude is the most commonly used grid and has three different formats: